What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS WSH Therapies Supervisor position at State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health...?
Description
The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is seeking a Therapies Supervisor to join our team at Western State Hospital (psychiatric hospital) as a part of our HMH Vocational Program (SITE Industries).
As Therapies Supervisor, you will be responsible for directing the work of, and training, Behavioral Health Specialist 3s by developing, managing, directing and evaluating the HMH SITE active treatment service delivery for HMH, and eligible WSH, clients. He provides technical assistance in program development, and promoting client habilitation, independence and safety, while effectively providing supervision to vocational staff members who are providing vocational training and therapy in groups and individual counseling to HMH clients.
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.
Some of what you’ll do:
- Provide supervision to subordinate staff and perform tasks as a manager within the HMH Vocational Program
- Sets standards for behavior and attendance while ensuring compliance with WSH and HMH policies and procedures; ensures appropriate staff coverage to safely offer HMH vocational programming / support to clients; and provides job specific training to the specialized needs of clients with dual diagnoses (intellectual and/or developmental disabilities [ID/DD] with co-occurring major mental disorders and / or severe challenging behaviors).
- Model interventions and provide coaching, training, and support for assigned staff and patients
- Makes recommendations for consideration by the HMH Vocational SITE Program for services appropriate to the client’s needs, abilities, and desires.
- Ensure that assigned staff completes all required documentation
- Keep records and appropriate documentation
Who we’re looking for:
A bachelor's degree involving major study in occupational therapy, physical therapy, hospital recreation, manual arts, vocational counseling, or psychiatric social work
And,
Five years of professional experience in a therapy program, including two years in administration and direction of professional staff.
Or,
Nine (9) years of professional experience in a therapy program, including two years in administration and direction of professional staff.
A master's degree in the areas of study listed above will substitute for two years of non-administrative experience.
Note: Occupational therapy majors must possess registration with the National Registry of Occupational Therapy; physical therapy majors must possess a certificate of registration issued upon the recommendation of the Washington State Examining Committee of Physical Therapists.
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that People find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Questions? Please contact chris.pulley@dshs.wa.gov and reference #05977.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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